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The Newcastle Careers and Guidance Team offers impartial and confidential careers information, advice and support to young people up to the age of 19 without an Education Health and Care Plan (EHC plan) if they live in Newcastle or attend a Newcastle school. (Please note, young people with an EHC plan are supported by their SEN caseworker)
JET is a registered charity who work in and around Tyne & Wear to support those with English as a second language and from an ethnic background. This includes those from the settled community with English as their first language, as well as refugees and asylum seekers, EU migrants and third country nationals, many who have come to the UK through marriage . We can give you support to help you to move nearer to finding work, including specialist employment related ESOL classes, integration activities and trips, as well as using NARIC through our National Careers Service contract to pres
We are a registered accredited training provider with One Awards.
This project is funded by European Structural & Investment Funds. Eligibility criteria applies – Please enquire within.
We don’t run workshops or courses during school holidays, so please take this into account when planning your attendance.
Accessing Zoom – In order to join virtual workshops, you will need to create a free Zoom account. We will email you with the login details prior to the meeting.
Booking is required
Wednesday 15th and Thursday 16th May 2024 - Various Times
Suitable for students:
Friday 26th January & Thursday 8th February 2024 - 10.00am-12.00pm
Suitable for students:
Learn about the roles and responsibilities of community interpreters.
Learn about the different settings where interpreters may be required to work (including housing, education, social care, welfare benefits and immigration).
Learn the different terminology and language difficulties which may arise in community interpreting situations.
Careers Advice Drop in sessions for 16-19 year olds living in Newcastle
The Millin Charity provide a range of services to help women in Newcastle & Gateshead to set up their own businesses, gain employability skills, access training and be part of a supportive community of women working towards financial independence.
Tyne & Wear Museums and Archives have launched their brand new work experience campaign, details of which are below;
Wednesday 24th April - 1pm - 3pm
Suitable for students
- Interested in Occupational Therapy
- Who would like to work in healthcare
- Who are interested in the NHS
Occupational Therapy is an area of
employment within the NHS that we are
often asked to explore. Join us and four
Occupational Therapists as we come
together to understand what this profession
does on a day-to-day basis, what’s required
to become one and help inform young people
about an area of the NHS that they may not
be familiar with.
Tuesday 4th June 2024 - 1pm - 3pm
Suitable for students:
Date: Wednesday 27th March Time: 13.00 - 15.00
Suitable for students:
Monday 8th July 09:30-11:30 or 13:00-15:00 40 spaces
Suitable for students:
If you are aged between 40 and 74, why not book a free NHS Health Check with us?
Helping you prevent diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease stroke and dementia.
NHS Health Checks include blood pressure and cholesteroltests, with same day results.
Please note these are preventative checks, they are not suitable for those diagnosed with:
Heart disease
High Blood pressure
Diabetes
High Cholesterol
Kidney disease
Public Health School Nurses provide a range of health improvement and health promotion activities including confidential health advice for children and young people, an immunisation programme and assistance to school staff in the delivery of PHSE (personal health and social education).
Every school in Newcastle has access to a School Nurse. School Nurses also provide information, advice and support on a range of health issues including:
Today, 10 children and young people in the UK will hear the shocking news that they have cancer.
Treatment normally starts immediately, is often given many miles from home and can last for up to three years. Being diagnosed with cancer is a frightening experience and the emotional, practical and financial implications of treatment are intensely challenging for the whole family.
About Arthritis Action
Founded in 1942, Arthritis Action is the only UK charity giving hands-on, practical help to combat the pain of arthritis through self-management and lifestyle advice. We offer people with arthritis a holistic self-management approach, looking at both the physical and mental aspects of arthritis.
EDNE aims to help people in Tyneside, Wearside, Northumberland and County Durham whose lives are affected by eating distress, or eating disorders. We do this by providing a range of services including individual counselling, mindfulness courses, a support group for carers, health topic workshops, information and training. We also work in schools and other settings to increase knowledge and awareness of eating distress and its effects.
Free advice and assistance for anyone affected by leukaemia, lymphoma or any malignant blood disorder including patients, carers and family. Help includes benefits advice, grant applications, financial issues, housing and employment. Advice is provided by telephone and appointment as well as home and hospital visits. This service is funded by the Kay Kendall Leukaemia Fund.
If you are looking for information, advice and support on health issues such as:
- diet and nutrition
- physical activity
- emotional well-being
- puberty
- smoking and substance misuse
- sexual health
Why not drop in to one our virtual session, for a private one to one chat with a school health team member.
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We are a local branch for local people living with the effects of Multiple Sclerosis. It is run by volunteers and relies upon donations and fundraising.
For example:
- We provide support and information for anyone affected by MS.
- We produce a bimonthly newsletter for all members.
- We have various social events and outings throughout the year.
- We have a large following on our social media pages
- Have young carers activities.
Our social drop-ins are held
Please see the website for more details.
Our Community Cancer Champions really make a difference!
By talking to their friends, families, groups and workplaces, they help spread the word about the importance of screening and how to spot signs and symptoms of cancer. This free Cancer Champion training is delivered over 2 x two hour sessions face to face or remotely via Zoom. If you are interested in becoming a Champion, call us or visit www.healthworksnewcastle.org.uk
This campaign from Public Health England focuses on helping families make healthy food swaps by using the Food Scanner app.
Drop-in for any of the following:
Weigh in
Help available to stop smoking in pregnancy